Meet Our Ambassadors

What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
Ever since my sophomore year of high school, when a former swim teammate became involved with Kinetic Kids and invited me to volunteer, the organization has had a profound impact on me. Over the next two summers, I volunteered at the Huebner location, where I had the privilege of helping parents guide their children toward becoming confident swimmers. I was also paired with a family who needed translation assistance, as they had recently moved from a Spanish-speaking country. Over the course of several weeks, I formed a close bond with them, sharing my own experience of moving from Mexico. This is just one example of how Kinetic Kids brings together people and families from all backgrounds, fostering a supportive and inclusive community. It’s a place where not only the students grow in countless meaningful ways, but where volunteers, too, are profoundly impacted by experiences that are touching, inspiring, and truly unforgettable.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Being part of an organization that genuinely values each student and is dedicated to their success is the kind of community I aspire to join—not just as a member, but as someone who actively contributes through initiatives like fundraising. The idea of being able to impact multiple lives fills me with a sense of purpose and excitement. By dedicating my time and efforts, I hope to create opportunities, inspire growth, and help others achieve their full potential within a supportive and empowering environment. Moreover, I am thrilled at the prospect of giving back to an organization that has supported me through multiple stages of my life. Contributing to such an amazing place is a way for me to show gratitude and ensure its legacy continues to thrive.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to represent Kinetic Kids because of the incredible impact the organization has on empowering children with disabilities to overcome challenges, build confidence, and thrive through inclusive opportunities. Being part of a community that champions adaptability, resilience, and self-growth resonates deeply with my personal values and aspirations. Having witnessed the transformative difference Kinetic Kids makes, I feel inspired to contribute my time, energy, and ideas to amplify its mission and ensure every child feels seen, supported, and capable. My leadership platform focuses on three core principles: empowerment, inclusion, and growth. Through these principles, I aspire to represent Kinetic Kids with integrity, passion, and dedication, ensuring its mission continues to uplift and inspire. Specifically, I plan to organize fundraisers, such as campus-wide events, awareness campaigns, and donation drives, to support the organization’s programs. By collaborating with student organizations and leveraging university resources, I can bring people together for a shared cause and inspire a new wave of support for Kinetic Kids.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
As an ambassador, I’m excited to share my volunteer journey, inspiring others to join the Kinetic Kids team and experience the joy of making a difference. I love being part of each child’s journey, witnessing their growth and confidence flourish, while also growing myself through leadership.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to represent Kinetic Kids to show the world the power of this program in building confidence and breaking barriers. It’s a place where kids prove, time and time again, that disabilities don’t define their potential. My leadership platform focuses on empowering every child to push their limits, embrace their abilities and silence doubts – whether their own or others. I want to be a voice of encouragement and support, helping kids prove that they can achieve greatness and celebrate every victory along the way.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I have been a competitive athlete my entire life, and I would love to share my experience with those who may not have had the same opportunities. I also have a great time volunteering with the kids.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I get to be more involved with the program. In which, I hope I can make a greater impact. I would still love to volunteer as well.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I would like to represent Kinetic Kids because I believe in what the program does for people. I would love to represent as well because I have seen how much fun the kids have, and it makes me feel good to know I am helping create enjoyable experiences for kids that would not normally have these types of opportunities. My leadership platform is to do what I can to help those that are less fortunate and putting others before myself.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I get to dance, and cheer and I have made so many friends.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Being an Ambassador excited me because I get to raise money for Kinetic Kids to keep it going.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to spread the word and help all kids have access to the fun and friendship Kinetic Kids brings.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
Instructors and other staff are very friendly and patient towards participants and their families, events/programs are engaging and encourage kids to not limit themselves based on their disability; enforcing the phrase, “when there is a will, there is a way.”

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I get to share my experiences with more people, as well as improve my public speaking skills.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to give back to this organization which has provided me with many wonderful opportunities since childhood.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
What I love about Kinetic Kids is, that the people running the programs across all levels, although fully cognizant of disability, refused to let it impact their view of, or expectations for, each and every participant or athlete. They are going to find a way for everyone they are serving to succeed, no matter how it may look. From the viewpoint of someone who has a disability, having a community of people and several figures in your life who assume capability rather than showing concern about ineptitude, is beyond needed, and extremely rare. This fundamental attitude shift creates a culture that not only has a transformational impact on the participants themselves but also the volunteers, parents, or anyone else who may come in contact with the organization.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Being aware of the cost associated with disabled sports or activities in general, what excites me most about being an Ambassador is the opportunity to help raise funds that ensure the next generation of impaired athletes and participants can reap the same benefits hopefully to an even greater degree, from Kinetic Kids programming as I did.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to represent Kinetic Kids because of the amount of good their work produces for everyone involved. For those of us with a disability it may not only provide community and increase overall self-confidence but lead us to question what is possible within the confines of our diagnosis, in ways that go far beyond the playing surface or stage. For family members it provides a sense of relief and acceptance and may even change the way they view their child’s disability. Lastly for coaches and volunteers it may alter the way that they approach in view people in the long-term, teaching them to assume capability before ineptitude, in all interactions. I can confidently say that I don’t know where I would be today if it was not for begun at what Kinetic Kids and the countless opportunities I have been given there.

With this in mind, should I be chosen for the ambassador program my leadership platform would be: Kinetic Kids uses Sports and Recreation as a mechanism through which those with disabilities can begin to see their full potential, and for me, represented a place where I saw for the first time not only my value as a truly competitive athlete, but the beautiful tool that my body could be to inspire and lead others.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
It’s the place I learn to play ball, be a team player, make new friends while having fun. Everyone is friendly and wants the best for you.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I get to tell people my story. I meet new people and share what Kinetic kids is all about .

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
To help bring more awareness to the program. The awesome people I meet to help someone else grow and love Kinetic Kids like I do.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I love that Kinetic Kids has allowed my child to grow as an athlete and as an example to her community.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Being an Ambassador would give me the opportunity to help raise funds so other children have the same opportunities as my child.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I would like the opportunity to represent Kinetic Kids because they have given my child a chance to grow athletically and socially. Before Kinetic Kids this was not possible, and I want to help other children with special needs have this opportunity.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
The sports and making friends.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Selling fiesta medals, meeting new friends.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I love the activities of kinetic Kids and my platform is so we can be inclusive to all the kids around the World no matter their disability.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I love the events and helping spread the word about Kinetic Kids. Also helping raise money.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I love going to the events because they are fun. And I like to be with other Ambassadors.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I love sports and I have lots of friends on my sports teams so I think all kids should get the chance to also play sports and make new friends. And to tell people that kids with disabilities are more similar to us than different.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I get to be myself and get to make friends and get to have fun.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Being a Ambassador is that I get to have speaking excites and I get to learn new things and make new friends.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to represent Kinetic Kids because I love to talk about the program to people and I love to help people out. My Leadership Platform is never judge a book by the cover.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I love that Kinetic Kids has over 33 fun programs for special kids like me. I have learned many fun skills such as swimming, gymnastics, and basketball because of Kinetic Kids.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I love being an Ambassador because I help spread the word about KK and get to share my story. Being an ambassador helps me improve my communication skills and I learn how to be a leader.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
As a Kinetic Kids participant, I know how much the programs help children like me. One fun drumming event lead me to be a drummer in middle school band. Now I am in highschool band and soon I will be in the marching band. It’s important Kinetic Kids gets the funding they need to change other kids lives for the better.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I love that Kinetic Kids offers numerous sports and recreational programs for special needs children like my brother. The inclusive programs make such a positive impact in their lives such as building self esteem and confidence to try new fun activities.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I am excited about the opportunity to improve my communication and leadership skills and tell others about Kinetic Kids ‘ mission. I love the volunteering opportunities that being an ambassador provides and makes a difference in the special needs community.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
As a sibling of a Kinetic Kid, I have seen first hand the positive impact this amazing non-provide gives their participants through their programs. Playing sports and particiapating in fun recreational activities should be for everyone! Thanks to Kinetic Kids, they make this possible. I wuill utilize my leadership and communication skills to raise the funds needed for Kinetic Kids to continue their wonderful programs.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I love that Kinetic Kids offers sports in which I can participate in and competitive sports and events.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Being an ambassador brings excitement cause i get to share my accomplishments in sports which I can compete in my level.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
Representing Kinetic Kids allows me to show my life changes suhc as self confidence. My leadership platform plan in showing pictures of my competitive participation events and also sharing information on how others can be apart of Kinetic Kids.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
Kinetic Kids is a great way to provide an environment where everyone is welcome. Having programs that afford special needs kids the opportunity to participate and give back to the community is a rewarding experience.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
After watching my wife become an ambassador, I saw how much of an awesome experience Kinetic Kids is. My son has participated in multiple Kinetic Kids events and enjoys them all! I look forward to interacting with all of the Kinetic Kids Ambassadors, while also providing support to the San Antonio community.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to represent Kinetic Kids to provide an additional voice for those who are a part of Kinetic Kids and the Special Needs community. I feel that the Kinetics Kids mission, vision and overall goals are items that are aligned with my own personal beliefs and values.

For my leadership platform, I wish to continue to build and expand the Kinetic Kids brand. Through fundraising and awareness, I want to be able to extend the Kinetic Kids programs to those who do not know about it.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
It’s such a positive and safe environment for the children.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Bringing awareness and helping raise money so no child will be turned away.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
As a parent of a Kinetic kid, I want to pay it forward. I want to help raise funds and raise awareness for Kinetic Kids.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I love how Kinetic Kids does sports and creates opportunities for children with special needs. Kinetic Kids allows for all kids to participate in  all the sports that I love. Being a part of a team and playing soccer is a passion of mine and huge part of my life. I want to help create opportunities for all kids to participate in sports and have fun.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I want to join the cause and raise funds so all kids can have access to sports. My aunt, Diana Neal, was one of the original Kinetic Kids and Kinetic Kids brought her so much happiness. I want to be a part of this mission in her honor.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
Every kid deserves to be a kid and have fun, have friends and play sports. I want to spread the word and help others be inclined for inclusion.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
Kinetic Kids offers unique opportunities to individuals who wouldn’t be able to access them otherwise. I have had the privilege to volunteer with this organization, and even worked closely with the co-founder, Ms. Fontenot, which has allowed me to see Kinetic Kids for what it truly is, an environment where anyone can be whoever they are without any judgement. I love the message that this organization is trying to advocate for, and I think it’s such a special place where all are welcome, which is a quality you don’t find everywhere.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I am very excited to continue to work closely with Kinetic Kids while promoting its message. It excites me to find a new community of people who all share the same passion for this organization, and work with them to meet fundraising goals. I think becoming an ambassador would challenge my leadership and networking skills, which I am looking forward to as well. Overall, I think this ambassador program is extremely beneficial, and I would love to become a part of it.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to represent Kinetic Kids because I think it is such a wonderful organization to affiliate myself with, and I would love to promote its message to others around me. My leadership platform is helping children live with dignity and be the best version of themselves. These values will guide me to represent Kinetic Kids.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I enjoyed interacting with volunteers, staff and other Kinetic Kids. I also enjoyed participating in activities that my peers participated in.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Sharing my story.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
Kinetic Kids is important to me. This organization made me feel like a normal kid beyond my disability.

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What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I think what I’m most excited about is getting to see a whole new generation of kids be able to participate in a sport or activity and have fun doing it that was always my favorite part.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to represent kinetic kids because the organization means a lot to me and everyone involved has such an big impact on my life. My leadership platform is that I want to be a positive leader and be someone that kids can look up to.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
What I love about Kinetic Kids is that they welcome everyone even kids I love that Kinetic Kids has kind people who will help you with any problem you have. Everyone related to Kinetic Kids lights up the room the second they walk in. They are also compassionate and caring.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I get excited by volunteering at Hootenanny and other fun events like Paddle Battle, the Expo and more. I also love that I can help my community out.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I want to Represent Kinetic Kids because my older brother, Alex Shrout, is a Kinetic Kids participant . My leadership platform is to create a group of people who have siblings with disabilities, because a lot of the time they don’t get as much attention as the ones with disabilities and end up with emotional issues.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I love how Kinetic Kids provides the opportunity for kids iwth special needs to participate in sports like everyone else.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I like raising money for Kinetic Kids so that they can continue to provide sports and fine arts programs to people with disabilities. I am also excited to keep learnings more leadership skills so I can help tell other people about Kinetic Kids.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I’ve had the opportunity to participate in a lot of KK sports including: cheer, swimming and dance. Telling others about the opportunities iI have had and the friendships I’ve been able to make through KK will hopefully help people know how important it is to have programs like Kinetic Kids. All kids no matter their ability should be part of a team and make friends.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
Being in sports and having my friends.

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
Talking about Kinetic Kids and raising money.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
Kinetic Kids helps people with disabilities, make friends, and being able to participate in sports. I love Kinetic Kids because I wouldn’t have a chance to play sports.

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What do you love about Kinetic Kids?
I love that I meet new friends and see old ones. There is a sport or two that I get to try every year and then there’s my favorite, Cheer! Kinetic Kids has programs made for me. This year I participated in Adaptive Ski!

What excited you about being an Ambassador?
I get to tell people how great KK is to those who have a disability. They have sports for every kid that thinks they couldn’t do it. I get to be part of special events and fundraising.

Why do you want to represent Kinetic Kids?
I love what KK stands for. I want to tell people about how wonderful and how good KK is for those who have a disability.

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